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Gun Violence, Trauma, and Why I’m a Queer Crying Over Charlie Kirk’s Death
I didn’t expect to cry over Charlie Kirk’s death. But living with trauma in a country where gun violence is normalized, another violent death that pins the blame on trans people is terrifying. Healing isn’t just internal — we also need safer external environments for EVERYONE if we’re ever going to feel whole.
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Kyle’s Story: Growing Up Trans and Breaking “Oldest Daughter” Expectations
Kyle, a trans man from Norfolk, reflects on growing up as the oldest daughter in a family of seven. Puberty made him feel trapped in a body that didn’t fit, while the crushing expectations placed on “oldest daughters” shaped years of struggle he’s still untangling as an adult.
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Social Media Addiction and Burnout: My Complicated Relationship with the Digital World
Social media has helped me build queer community and share stories through this photo project, but it’s also left me feeling drained, censored, and worse – addicted. In this post, I reflect on the paradox of connection and burnout, living most of my life without television or social media, and explore healthier alternatives beyond Instagram, Facebook, and the endless scroll.
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Tali’s Journey: Queer, Fast, and Fiercely Herself in the World of Motorsports
Tali grew up in a deeply religious Jewish household, shaped by rigid expectations of masculinity, marriage, and success in male-dominated fields like mechanical engineering and motorsports. But it wasn’t until years later—after a difficult marriage, personal reflection, and the influence of queer colleagues—that she began to fully understand and embrace her gender identity. Tali came out as a trans woman and later as genderfluid, forging her own version of femininity…
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Finding Identity: A Nonbinary Navy Veteran’s Story of Courage and Creativity
Kadence is a nonbinary Navy veteran, musician, and writer based in Virginia Beach. Their journey of self-discovery began in a group therapy session, when they chose the word “identity” as a guiding light for their future. Over time, music, creativity, and self-reflection helped Kadence embrace who they truly are. In this honest and powerful story, Kadence opens up about gender, growth, and the courage it takes to live authentically—on their…
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Transgender Pharmacist takes an Unconventional Journey to Find Himself
Kenneth’s journey as a queer trans man, pharmacist, and parent in a polyamorous family is one of courage, vulnerability, and truth. From childhood dreams of becoming anyone male, including the Pope, to the difficult process of coming out and navigating the workplace as a trans professional, his story reflects both struggle and deep conviction. In this powerful narrative, Kenneth shares how he chose authenticity—despite fear—and what it means to live…
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Wearing Skirts, Not Expectations: Christina Defines Womanhood on Her Own Terms in Alaska
Christina, a cisgender woman from Anchorage, Alaska, reflects on womanhood, gender expression, culture-euphoria, and identity in the wake of political and cultural shifts. From corsets to shaving (or not), she reclaims femininity on her own terms.
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Bloom Where You’re Planted: The Flower Daddy Cultivating Queer Joy in Appalachia
In a town with few protections for LGBTQ+ folks, florist and activist Jamie—aka The Flower Daddy—is helping queer Appalachia bloom with pride.
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Queer Faith in Motion: How Denise Found Life After Addiction and Dysphoria
Denise’s journey from addiction and secrecy to spiritual freedom is a powerful story of resilience, queerness, and transformation. A transgender woman who transitioned later in life, Denise speaks openly about surviving the closet, embracing her identity, and finding a deep sense of purpose through queer Christian spirituality. Her story challenges assumptions—and reminds us that healing is possible when we stop cooperating with our own destruction.
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Sinclair’s Story: Queer Butch Leather Daddy, Spicy Writer, and Trans Masc Trailblazer
Sinclair is a queer trans masc butch, a leather daddy, and a powerhouse of erotic storytelling and kink education. Rooted in the forests of the Pacific Northwest and shaped by decades of queer feminist activism, their life and work embody a deep commitment to non-toxic masculinity, polyamory, and the transformative power of kink. As a writer, performer, and community organizer, Sinclair’s voice crackles with desire, purpose, and liberation. This blog…